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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingCitrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicThiamine Hcl
MaskingFolic Acid
Skin ConditioningPyridoxine
Skin ConditioningCyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningDehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Limonene
Perfuming
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Microcrystalline Wax, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Glycerin, Water, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Panthenol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Niacinamide, Retinyl Palmitate, Biotin, Thiamine Hcl, Folic Acid, Pyridoxine, Cyanocobalamin, Dehydroacetic Acid, Limonene
Zinc Oxide 16.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Polybutene
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
C9-12 Alkane
SolventDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientBis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientGlyceryl Isostearate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Zea Mays Oil
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Lecithin
Emollient
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin Conditioning
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Punica Granatum Sterols
Skin Conditioning
Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSqualane
Emollient
Polysilicone-11
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Moringa Oil/Hydrogenated Moringa Oil Esters
Skin Conditioning
Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hordeum Distichon Extract
Skin ProtectingTriticum Vulgare Germ Oil
Emollient
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Aroma
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPolyricinoleic Acid
Vanillin
Masking
Sorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester
EmollientC18-36 Acid Triglyceride
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide 16.5%, Polybutene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, C9-12 Alkane, Diisostearyl Malate, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Glyceryl Isostearate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Zea Mays Oil, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Lecithin, Ascorbic Acid, Acetyl Glucosamine, Linoleic Acid, Punica Granatum Sterols, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Squalane, Polysilicone-11, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Moringa Oil/Hydrogenated Moringa Oil Esters, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Oil, Hordeum Distichon Extract, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Triethyl Citrate, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Aroma, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyricinoleic Acid, Vanillin, Sorbitan Laurate, C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride, Tocopherol, CI 42090, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 15850, CI 45410, CI 19140
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient and skin conditioning agent.
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 is a synthetic emollient that works as a lanolin substitute.
This ingredient is a great vegan option for those avoiding animal-derived ingredients.
It mostly stays on the surface of skin where it helps hydrate due to its large molecular size and low water solubility.
Due to it being derived from fatty acids, this ingredient may not be Malassezia or fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.
Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that it is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid.
In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Just patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.
This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideDiisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneTocopheryl Acetate is a stable, shelf-friendly form of vitamin E.
Formulators love it because plain vitamin E oxidizes quickly once it hits air. This acetate version stays stable and resists going off, helping to extend a product's shelf life.
It's actually inactive on its own and works like a slow-release "storage" form; the enzymes in your skin called esterases gradually convert it into active vitamin E over time.
One in vivo study showed 5% of the acetate in the living layer of the epidermis converted to vitamin E after 5 days of application. This study also found the skin gained protection against UV damage even though the conversion was slow and small.
Once converted, vitamin E acts as a skin's main fat-soluble antioxidant that fights free radicals to protect skin from damage.
Topical vitamin E generally boosts the skin's photoprotection, and it reduced UV-damage in animal models.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
Overall, it has a pretty solid safety profile and has been found to be non-irritating and non-comedogenic. Allergic reactions may happen but stay rare due to how widely the ingredient gets used.
The concentration will vary depending on the formula; industry data shows 0.1% in baby lotions, 3% in lipsticks, and 5% in foot powders. You can also find this ingredient at 100% in a pure vitamin E oil.
Most leave-on skincare keeps it at the lower end, often between 0.5-1%.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
